Posted to Midge Munster (RE: 2025 Trends) Uploaded to You Tube 02/01/2025
I wear recycled clothing. I mostly wear black. I love fantastical aquatic and flying creatures. My sewing skills are limited to hems, button changes and removing unnecessary "bedazzling" of my thrifted finds, but still valid. So I may be good to go with 2025, at least trend-wise. Looked up detached retina (w/o images of course). Sounds like the SO is likely in the regaining lost vision phase. I am blind in one eye, so I need no empathy regarding mobility issues. I have lots of banged knees and stubbed toes to validate that statement. Wishing everyone good health.♥
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Her poll and Updates) Uploaded to You Tube 02/01/2025
Out of that poll assessing blame, my choices were not on the list. I would have chosen both Reynolds a 30%-blame assessment AND Lively a 20%-blame assessment. A no, at this point, on Baldoni. The inclusion of Taylor Swift made me laugh. Another choice not on that poll was the behind the scenes people (PR, Crisis PR, Agents, Managers, Studio execs) who obviously enabled this disaster instead of separating, scolding and providing sanity to the children. IMO the behind the scenes people get a 50%-blame assessment. Final rant: whomever (hopefully not TS) gave Blake Lively, not renown for her creative writing skillset (for evidence see THE movie), the imagery of GoT, Daenerys Targaryen and dragons should be barred from public posting until the year 3000 AD or later.😉 Did anyone ask George R. R. Martin if he wants to sue?🤣 BTW very cute tee shirt. I admire Kjersti taking literal ownership of that phrase (copyrighted I hope).
Posted to Molly Burke (RE: Taking boyfriend to see old home town) Uploaded on 12/01/2025
It was fun to see how "pumped" Molly was recalling places, events and people from her past. I know that it always wasn't good for Molly in those days, but the look on her face, the tone of her voice showed such joy. My vision is very slowly degrading (not due to retinitis pigmentosa), but I can only imagine how awful it was to lose most of her vision in her early teens. That is a sensitive time for all. I am not sure how the girl I was would have handled that abrupt transition. Probably took the combination of a fantastic family and other caring people to assist in making the Molly we see now.
Posted to Broken Baker (RE: SP Hank Brennan loses 2 motions)Uploaded to You Tube on 02/01/2025
I would love to know what the Commonwealth promised Hank Brennan to take on the position of "special prosecutor". As far as I can determine he is only allowed a maximum of 75,000-usd. Does he also get lifetime Commonwealth passes for: parking tickets and speeding tickets? Or my fav conspiracy theory; does he get a chance at DA Norfolk County position which goes up for election in November, 2026. Or is he playing the long game as the current Commonwealth Attorney General's position ends January 6, 2027. BTW I have missed a few recent hearings on this case. Is poor Lally still sitting next to Brennan all hunched over, focused on a blank legal pad and utterly silent?
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MISCELLANEOUS DATA:
Film: IT ENDS WITH US --- as of 02/02/2025**
Production Budget: $25 million**
Worldwide Gross: Over $350 million**
(financial data per Google AI, Wiki, Forbes*, The Numbers,com) * = behind a paywall
https://www.the-numbers.com/movie/It-Ends-With-Us-(2024)#tab=summary
SCREEN RANT explaining the numbers;
https://screenrant.com/it-ends-with-us-movie-box-office-success-explained/
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Posted to Attorney Melanie Little (RE: Judge Jeannine Pirro of Fox News) Uploaded on 02/02/2025
Is someone punking Judge Pirro? I am not a follower of FOX (or any MSM). I have come across Pirro's commentaries. I may not agree with Pirro's conclusions on other cases, but at least I can recognize the case in question from her commentary. If Judge Pirro ever shows up for an interview, I would like to know the following: With an audience that trusts and believes Pirro's opinions, why didn't Judge Pirro fact check or ask a trusted associate to fact check her commentary on Karen Read before it was read to her audience?
Posted to Dan Murrell (RE: Emilia Pérez scandals) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/02/2025
I finally watched this movie. I cannot speak to the level of accuracy of accents, political issues or the trans experience. However I have watched a telenovela or two and that is what I am reminded of with the film, Emilia Pérez. IMO Zoë Saldaña's performance was Oscar worthy. Zoë Saldaña's performance along with Adriana Paz, in a small but pivotal role as Epifania, made this film watchable. I think Oscar votes are due by 02/18/2025. Doubtful that this drama can turn around before that upcoming deadline. Dan did provide an excellent apology format should those involved in the social media drama decide to make a short, concise and relevant apology. Wonder if Dan should dabble in Crisis PR? I hear that there are, or soon will be, lots of openings. 😉
Posted to Growing Up In Scientology (RE: Recent Drama) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/02/2025
Replay crew here. I do not know what the answer is regarding YT drama. I do know trying to convo with trolls on twitter is useless. As for influencers on You Tube, I do like viewer/chat suggestion of addressing rumors in a special segment. Perhaps limit these "Truth or Troll" sessions once per month to channel members? My guess is that regular viewers want to hear news about how this cult is weakening, how it can be weakened further and any relevant legal cases (even Leah Remini's). BTW I believe in therapy, but acknowledge cost is a valid issue.
Posted to SpillSesh (RE: Drama this week - Weekly Teacap) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/02/2025
I watched Emilia Pérez on Netflix. I know there has been controversy about the authenticity of the accents/dialects, why more Mexicans were not employed on set, why it was not filmed in Mexico and Trans individuals seem to not be happy about Trans depiction. I cannot claim knowledge in any of those areas, but I found the movie not very watchable. Emilia Pérez reminded me of a much too long telenovela. After about 20 minutes I started to lose interest, but I continued to watch due to the performance of Zoë Saldaña (as Rita). Adriana Paz in a small role as (as Epifanía) was also excellent. However, I do not see 13 Oscar nominations here, except maybe for Zoë Saldaña's performance. BTW like the format of Weekly Teacap.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: More History on Blake Lively) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/03/2025
There is no excuse for the very bad behavior of 2 powerful celebrities, but Kjersti may have just answered my "WHY?" and "HOW?" it unfolded. Gossip Girls ran 2007 when Lively was about 20 years old to 2012. The wardrobe of the actors on that show was basically one of the co-stars. Lively's immediate family is full of talented, attractive actors and powerful behind the scenes people. While having body issues is quite sad, the enablers over the years (and I include Baldoni however benign his original intent was) have produced a beautiful woman who has no idea that she is not the center of the entertainment-verse. Probably a very bad analogy, but whatever we think of the monster in Frankenstein by Mary Shelly, don't we have to deposit the majority of the blame onto the ultimate enabler, Dr. Victor Frankenstein for the resulting chaos that he created? My advice for all in this mess: settle out of court, speak up honestly about image issues, sign those NDAs and move on. This is an excellent time for that due to the media focusing on recent Oscar nominee scandals.
Posted to Little Adventures (RE: Controversial GP Opinions) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/03/2025
One of my controversial opinions is that a small amount of pelleted food (a rounded tablespoon per guinea pig) is fine. Adds variety, nutrients and dish tipping is fun for my two pigs. Usually there are pellet leftovers by the end of the day mixed with...well you know, which I toss. Another controversial thing that I do is; partially as a taming treat, partially per a vet's instruction, is to hand feed each pig 1/2 vitamin-C/timothy wafer per day. My final (that I will document here😉) controversial decision is that I also have cats. I have always had cats and guinea pigs. Never had a problem, well until yesterday. I adopt all of my animals from shelters. About 4 months ago I adopted second cat. This cat seemingly has Houdini DNA. He opens closed cabinets, doors, boxes and yesterday he figured out how to open the pigs' cage. I woke up to find my cat sleeping on top of one of the pig's wooden houses with 2 extremely confused, but not scared with no teeth chattering, guinea pigs milling around in the cage. What can I say? I was 50%horrified and 50%laughing to tears when it happened. The cage now has a childproof lock.
Growing Up In Scientology (RE: Grant Cardone and Scientology) Uploaded to You Tube 02/03/2025
I know nothing about Grant Cardone beyond what I have learned from this channel. So my hypothesis is just that, an uninformed guess. Perhaps this cult is giving Cardone a long leash. They allow him to take in a minimal amount with the hope/promise that Cardone may be the lure for bigger fish. Then these "bigger fish" may make donations or even lead to other wealthy and/or powerful contacts for Scientology. Like most cons, this cult is all about the money.
Posted to antphrodite (RE: Collision of Military Helicopter and Passenger Plane) Uploaded 02/03/2025
I have heard it said that our culture is reactive not proactive. Years of budget and personnel cuts have probably taken their toll on FAA. A tragic accident was inevitable. It happens, so we react. Southern California almost burns down due to ignoring land management and weather patterns. So now we react. Neither tragedy should have happened. The weaknesses and the problems were there in plain sight waiting to be judged, evaluated and corrected. I hate this loop that seems to have captured humanity. Conspiracy theories can be accurate, but usually these theories are simply us humans trying to make order out of the chaos. It has been a rough few months. Ant, any positive events coming up?
Posted to Observe (RE: Study of Baldoni's behavioral language) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/24/2025
With Baldoni's past good works, rep in the industry, close family relationships, he is either the best actor on the planet or the worst choice for any cancellation conspiracy. Reynolds and Lively may not only have chosen the wrong IP/film to hijack (as sadly there are many books on abu3e out there), but also may have chosen as a "person of interest" the living male version of Mother Theresa. Unless Lively and Reynolds are sitting on unreleased receipts, numerous witness testimonies from the set or unseen film clips my advice to all would be to settle out of court, sign those NDA's and move on with their lives. If new data emerges, I would enjoy a commentary by Observe.
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A COMMENT:@jricrianne-------I don't understand why people keep saying that his voicemail is creepy... He's apologizing sound and empathetic and obviously responding to something that she sent to him before.
MY REPLY TO ABOVE COMMENT: Baldoni's response is creepy/inappropriate only in the sense that it is coming from an employer (aka co-founder Wayfarer, owner of film's IP, director of this movie). It is not creepy/not inappropriate if it were coming from one BFF (guessing that is not applicable here) to another. I am not assigning blame, I will leave that to others.
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A COMMENT: We shouldn’t be asking “why did Justin stay?” We should be asking “Why does Blake harm?”
MY REPLY TO ABOVE COMMENT: Valid, but I want to ask additional questions. Why hire Lively to begin with? Yes she has THE name, but isn't she too old for the part as written? She had just had a baby. Her reputation as a diva on set goes back to "Gossip Girl" days. Steve Sarowitz, a very wealthy individual, is one of the owners of Wayfarer. Seemingly they could have "released" Lively by paying off her contract and moving on? Admittedly none of that changes the fact that reputations and livelihoods have been damaged.
Posted to Uncivil Law (RE: Baldoni vs. Lively Amended Complaint - part one) Uploaded 02/04/2025
Blake Lively IS a bully, self-entitled, insensitive and epitomizes the phrase, "cannot read the room". One thing I do not see her as being is someone who has the mental RAM necessary to plan and to implement a coup d'état on her own. Quite unofficially and IMO I am assessing blame as follows: PR/advisors= 50%, Reynolds= 30% and Lively= 20%. Celebrities for the sake of our sanity and your careers please settle out of court, sign those numerous NDA's and move on. No one directly involved should want this to go to trial. However, speaking as a subscriber to several legal channels, I have to admit that this trial would be a good watch.
Posted to Mormon Stories (RE: Discussion-Shari Franke's book,The House of My Mother) 01/06/2025
(my comment was made 02/04/2025): Thank you to Mormon Stories. This panel was fair, kind, truthful and informative. Under my own volition I have left a religion which I believe is no longer relevant, at least to me. Religion can give humanity so much. It can supply a framework to support personal relationships, ethical interactions at work, respect for our parents and of course the "big one" to avoid un-aliving violence. It is heartbreaking that a high demand/high control religion is knowingly creating followers who are easily manipulated by bad actors and put into danger. My hope is that perhaps Shari Franke's book might edge this (and many) religion(s) towards self-reflection and respect for the rights of all humans.
Posted to antphrodite (RE: Kanye West and Bianca Centuri at Grammy red carpet) 02/05/205
I reluctantly concede to ant's reading. Bianca is on board with being Kanye's art. As many have pointed out, Kanye West was fully dressed. IMO West being all covered up made Bianca look like a victim. For a fleeting moment, I thought that I saw fear, or perhaps it was indecision, in Bianca's eyes. As a former model, baring all is probably not unfamiliar. When "art" is displayed at a highly attended, well-publicized and videoed event, it does become everyone's business. Hence all the speculation about Bianca's mental health. BTW when Lady Gaga does fashion experiments, we KNOW that she is 100% informed and on board with her look.
Posted to Broken Baker (RE: Defense Motion Denied in Karen Read case) Uploaded 02/06/2025
Replay crew here. Defense may have lost a relatively small skirmish (reimbursement of $12K expert fee), but IMO won a major battle. The Defense now has it on record that the Prosecutor for the Commonwealth (aka lackadaisical Lally) did not turn over ALL evidence prior to trial one. As we all learned (along with Kari Morrissey apparently) in NM vs. Alec Baldwin it is not the job of the Prosecutor to decide if evidence is exculpatory. I do not expect Judge Cannone to dismiss all charges which would release Karen Read. This "mistake" by the Prosecution would, to my non-legal mind, make a good case for appeal should trial 2 (due to begin on April 1st...what brain trust thought that date would be good) run its course.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE:Anna Kendrick&Blake Lively/Lively lost a role?Side Effects/2013) 02/07/25
So sorry to hear about that influencer's embellished/incorrect remarks. What Kjersti said was logical and relevant. A side benefit is instead of trying to convince anyone, just leave a link to this episode. I had heard that Anna😉 was "not a fan" regarding Blake Lively. Only a GUESS-->I wonder if Lively attempted "to direct" Anna Kendrick?<--GUESS only. Anna Kendrick's first professional appearance was on Broadway at 12. She is approximately 2 years older than Lively. Blake Lively had a small movie part at 10 and then began her career full time in Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005) at age 18. Who knows, maybe Anna and Blake only had a public disagreement about some dialogue. Of course run a disagreement through a Hollywood whisper campaign (more of a shouting campaign these days) and who knows what emerges in MSM?
Posted to Dan Murrell (RE: Review of trailer for Jurassic World: Rebirth) Uploaded 02/06/2025
Along with Dan Murrell, I am hoping for the best in a movie about dinosaurs. Often the SPX/CGI is not in its final form on trailer release day. Thus far I have been spared viewing the trailer for Jurassic World Rebirth. Seems a little bit that many in this movie are there for the paycheck, not the art...well except for the CGI dinos. Maybe this time all the dinosaurs are smarter than the people? All that charging, chasing and chaos is basically the dinosaurs trying to get those pesky irresponsible humans off their Isla (or Isla Nublar or Isla Sorna or does it really matter?)
Posted to The Behavior Panel (RE: Rachel Jackson bizarre meltdown) Uploaded on 02/06/2025
Mark Bowden did an ORC voice in LotR? I think that I may have a new favorite panel member😉. Remember that Deadhead pilot (not necessarily a Grateful Dead fan, but a pilot flying as a passenger) who had taken an edible shortly before getting on a plane. It did not end well for him, at least professionally. This video showed Nashville police performing a masterclass on how to safely contain a mentally unstable, possibly over-medicated, individual. Perhaps Chase Hughes can add this video to his de-escalation training sessions with LE. There are so many news reports of an incident like this going tragically wrong. At least this time, it went as right as was possible.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Community questions for Kjersti read by Magnus) Uploaded on 02/07/2025
I agree that asking a narcissist "why" is probably not going to elicit a satisfactory response due to their personality. Some people are color blind and sadly there are those who appear to be emotionally blind. As for mentioning pregnancy, if that type (or any type) of comment/query was not acceptable by a celebrity, it is the job of the PR rep to instruct the journalists prior to interviews. BTW I still find it VERY odd that neither Lively's or Posey's PR rep made any attempt to either defuse the situation in real time or request edit privileges before publication. Scary hypothesis, but could it be that as uncomfortable as that interview was, there was no perceived issue from the PR reps?
Posted to The Behavioral Arts (RE: Spidey analyzes the Grammy Awards) Uploaded on 02/08/2025
Did Jaden or Spidey wear it better? My vote goes to...Spidey. Yes, I feel that perhaps Beyoncé knew about the award in advance as her movements were somewhat surprise-as-cartoonish. However, there was that wardrobe malfunction which I believe she was already aware of hence the stiffness of her movements. Totally agree on Taylor Swift. As Spidey said, Taylor was uncertain on how Beyoncé wanted this to happen. On Billie Eilish, I felt it was more 80% "finally!" for Beyoncé plus a 20% sadness for herself. I thought that I saw indecision in Bianca's eyes. Her eyes briefly seemed wider with less blinking, but that could be an "engage model mode" moment. Whatever the intent, I highly doubt that a memo went out to each Grammy attendee, "You ok with female nudity today?" IMO the nudity was a selfish act without thoughts of others even passing through their frontal lobes (as in brains😉).
Posted to Dan Murrell (RE: How Oscar Program can improve) Uploaded on 02/08/2025
I just watched that Conan performance of "Trouble...With NBC" on You Tube (of course😉). Still hilarious and still relevant. The Oscar core audience (beyond critics and nominees) is aging out. To remain relevant, not be some niche awards show, they need to think outside that TV box. Full disclosure, I am not an awards show viewer. Judging by the viewer count on recent awards shows, I am not alone. The best the Oscars can do is have many entertaining "moments" that can be easily clipped out and uploaded onto You Tube, apps and other places on social media. No pay walls please. The Oscars should want as many eyes on these clips as possible. Maybe, just maybe their viewing numbers will rise. Or a shortcut to all those excellent Murrell ideas, just invite Will Smith and have him do that anatomy song from Emilia Pérez with a full stage of dancers.🤣
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Critics Choice Awards and more Gossip Girl drama) 02/08/2025
The emerging stories of the behind the scenes Gossip Girl drama concerning Blake Lively is featuring self-entitled behavior that most of us grow out by 18. College is useful not just for education, but seeing you are one among many, no matter who you are. One constant I see in a lot of these stories (even the baby bump interview) is a very disturbing obsession with weight. It appears to be a trigger for Blake Lively. At this point, I find it unlikely that the Lively/Reynolds attorneys are sitting on exculpatory evidence. I hope attorneys on both sides are trying to jolt their clients into sanity with an out-of-court settlement and the requisite NDAs. The trial would be an absolute circus with no winners...well except for the audience watching and the lawyers being paid.
Posted to Spill Sesh (RE: Kanye West and Bianca Censori at 2025 Grammy Red Carpet) 02/08/2025
I would love to hear Kanye West's definition of "stunt". He and Bianca Censori did not have reserved seats as he was not expected to attend. On the red carpet Kanye West was completely clothed in what looked like atheleisure (probably his clothing line). Beyond her coat, Bianca was not "clothed" in any public sense of that word.. How is that not a "stunt"? Nudity in certain museums or certain shows is legal, probably expected and can be art. Unless West had consent from every attendee (children were there) at the 2025 Grammy Awards, that was a "stunt". There were no arrests because these two are celebrities. Also they left immediately after the Red Carpet. Bianca is a model. She has done nude shoots before, but this was in public. So who knows her mindset?
Posted to Hazariel Atelier (RE: Helmets) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/09/2025
3D printers are fun but making those creations HUGE was some amazing crafting. I think the funniest scene was seeing those helmets travel up an escalator on the heads of their creators. Comedy gold, wear the fantastical while doing the familiar. BTW I know it takes a village to make a video game, so I very much appreciated all members of Big Helmet Heroes team getting their moment, especially Menza (aka Chief Encouragement Officer).
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Reynolds Update) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/09/2025
The 15-year old mentioned died a few days ago (02/05/2025) after a 3 year cancer battle. I am guessing Reynolds was upset. Having social media rise up and accuse Reynolds of trying to reno his image shows just how bad, that bad has become. As for those talk show hosts, that Mint Mobile money came with a contract and the usual "strings", so there might be something there. The Lively/Baldoni et al lawsuits should be settled ASAP, along with multiple NDA's. The Reynolds family could go off on a long vacation where Ryan Reynolds can legally acquire a script or book for his next project. An intensive course of cognitive therapy would be helpful for Lively, but I do not see that happening.
Posted to Gold Shaw Farm (RE: Farm Chores with music) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/10/2025
At first I thought I had accidentally opened two tabs when I opened this channel. The music seemed...different. I did warm up (ironic weather comment) to the music by the end of the video. I think that the music was a little "twangy" and presto for farm chores. Maybe a tune more adagio or andante and lower pitched? This opinion comes from someone who plays show tunes (Moulin Rouge, Wicked) and retro rock (Queen at the moment) to relax. So basically take my music choices with a bag of salt. Glad to see the barn cats slept inside. Is it difficult to herd barn cats inside or do you use edible bribes?
Posted to Dan Murrell (RE: 2025 Super Bowl Ads and Kendrick Lamar) Uploaded 02/10/2025
I can do Dan Murrell one better. This was my first viewing of most of the 2025 Super Ball commercials. Thank you to Dan for the analysis and expert wiki of the Kendrick kerfuffle. However, thank you Dan for showing me the seal-seal and head-hat commercials? My sentimental fav was the DD ad. I grew up on their product. My general favorite was the Catherine O'Hara and Willem Dafoe pickle ball commercial. I paused this video so I could watch the actual commercial. Honestly 5 minutes later I had forgotten the product (beer) and the manufacturer. Still enjoyable and I am not in the beer demo anyway.
Posted to antphrodite (RE: Taylor Swift at 2025 Super Bowl) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/10/2025
I wish only the best for the person who is Taylor Swift. Should the celebrity known as Taylor Swift become less popular or her albums do less well than expected that does not equate to the lives of anyone in that crowd becoming something more or better. The Blake Lively connection doesn't help, but does not validate the negativity. I am tired, weary and just plain sad with all the political incompetence and celebrity drama. I do find ant's readings insightful and interesting especially from a psychological and emotional perspective. While I would welcome any reading he has scheduled, maybe throw in a funny one or at least a reading that will inspire smiles.
Posted to Lawyer Lee (RE: Supreme Judical Court - rules against Karen Read) Uploaded 02/10/2025
I join with others in thanking Lawyer Lee for providing a coherent commentary on this plea. IMO this jury was not fully informed as to the definition/state of such concepts as "reasonable doubt" or even the more obvious "innocent until proven guilty"* (and I would add...*by the prosecution). The judge issued confusing instructions to the jurors before/during deliberation. The jurors were provided a verdict form that would have taken me considerable time to parse even before considering the evidence. Not having a trial transcript thus having to depend on my own note taking (which is BAD) or that of other jurors (which is problematic) most likely added to the confusion. Both the family of the late Officer O'Keefe along with Karen Read and her family deserve so much better from the Commonwealth.
Posted to nurse_kim (RE: Discussion w/Colleen O'Neil, small business owner in Canton) 02/10/2025
I love Colleen. The combination of her being indomitable, intelligent and having a good lawyer might make certain individuals more reasonable. Of course they will probably try to stall with extra requests, delayed hearings and maybe even "experts". I do agree with the attorney, no gift bags. As incongruous as it sounds, this crowd could accuse Colleen of an attempted bribe or even making a threat. Also take care on twitter as no matter what the subject, there are some who seemingly put their brains under lock & key at an undisclosed location before they tweet.
Posted to The Behavior Panel (RE: Melody Farris to the Court after guilty verdict) 01/31/2025
my comment made on 02/12/2025
I did not watch much of this trial. However I believe that I heard the son that she blamed had a verifiable alibi. Melody Farris is a decently good crier with proper sound effects (the sniffs). I had trouble seeing her eyes with the reflection in her lenses, but I do not think there were tears or redness. I know this is a written speech, but its length, its details seems to lean towards someone who is trying to protect her sense of self. Her speech reminded me of Sarah Boone's long response to the court after Sarah's guilty verdict. I think that the judge in Sarah's case was also warning Sarah to stay focused.
Posted to The Behavior Panel (RE: Brian Cohee) Uploaded to You Tube on 01/12/2025
my comment made on 02/12/2025
This is a theatrical observation. While Brian Cohee looks human, he acts like an interplanetary alien who crash landed on earth. They took on our form. They had no concept of emotions, behavior or even how to move their human body. The scariest monsters are the ones who look like us. What is he? I cheated and read a few trial reports. He is the unfortunate holder of multiple syndromes including but not limited to ADHD (diagnosed at 5) and Autism (diagnosed at 19). As The Behavior Panel mentioned there are probably 3 or 4 other syndromes in Brian Cohee. As I have enough nightmares, I won't watch the You Tube docs on this person. However I do wonder about his childhood, even infancy. Not to absolve Cohee of any responsibility, but along with genetics, it must have taken a village to create this monster.
Posted to Hoeg Law (RE: Baldoni vs. Lively) Uploaded to You Tube on 0212/2025
Hoeg Law has done an excellent legal commentary on a subject quickly giving me a headache. These are my total non-legalities. Blake Lively is overbearing, dominating and overly sensitive somatically. Justin Baldoni may be a real nice guy, but appears to not have strong leadership and management skills. PR firms seem to have forgotten that their mission is to raise up their client with good stories, not by purveying bad stories concerning others. Ryan Reynolds is kind of the wild card. Is he an over-concerned spouse or a power mad celebrity or maybe both? I am with the Hollywood Reporter, should this go to public trial, it is mutually ensured destruction. However Hollywood is full of the un-alived rising again, so who knows? (NOT PART OF MY COMMENT) : https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/justin-baldoni-vs-blake-lively-1236129790/
Posted to The Way We Wore (RE: Fashion In Flight) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/13/2025
Of course fashion is a reflection of its time and its designer, but amazing to see the care, not to mention money, that the airlines put into even what their attendants wore. Now we are joyous when there is sufficient leg room, space for carry-ons and snacks other than fossilized pretzels. As you can guess, when I am a passenger on a plane, my seating is "basic". Always a good view when Doris uploads a new video. THANK YOU!
Posted to Sarah Spaceman (RE: Wig) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/13/2025
I like to compliment people at cons as it obviously takes WORK to do a full cosplay. I have said, "love that look", "beautiful colors" and of course "wow that katana is epic". From now on, I will also make mention of, "fantastic hair". I viewed this video in edited for You Tube time. I can only imagine the hours of labor, tools and fumes it took to create that Momo Ayase wig.
Posted to Observe (RE: Kanye West and Bianca Censori's 2025 Grammy Stunt) 02/13/205
I am glad Observe is doing this analysis. Knowing a person's baseline under stress or in normal situations is essential. I have no desire to go down the West-Censori rabbit hole. I thought that I detected uncertainty by Bianca. Then just like a switch being activated, it seemed like the well-educated architect Bianca goes away. We are left with Bianca in full model mode. Sadly Observe picked up clues inadvertently left by Bianca which indicated fear. Kanye West's rep is well known. As for Bianca Censori I hope that she is safe and happy.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Interview w/DV survivor, Roseanne Carlo)Uploaded on 02/13/2025
Excellent interview. Thank you Kjersti for finding all these fascinating people to interview. Roseanne Carlo should have been a script writer on this film. It would be interesting to see a 100% Blake Lively version vs. a 100% Justin Baldoni version. The version that arrived at the theaters was a "frankin-movie". A hybrid that functioned neither as an accurate portrayal of DV or a comedy/drama about a creative florist with an impossibly prosaic name and big goals. It makes me wonder how actors choose (or their agents) what films that they would or would not audition for then if chosen, act in.
Posted to The Behavior Panel (RE: Interview with Megan Boswell) Uploaded on 02/13/2025
I do know how this all turned out. My comments may reflect that knowledge. Megan Boswell's answers are very matter-of-fact, detached and distant. She recites stories about the child as if the child was someone she babysat for last week. Megan Boswell does appear to have decent mimicry skills adding some appropriate sniffs and laughs. I hear nothing that sounds like someone's deep love for a missing child. What I find really interesting is the tone of the interviewer. I agree with Scott Rouse, the reporter may be gradually realizing that she is not interviewing a grieving mother, but something else.
Posted to Growing Up In Scientology (RE: Aaron Smith-Levin & Jenna Miscavige) 02/14/2025
(1) Did I expect to see Aaron and Jenna back together, NO. (2) Do I think that posting this video on Valentines' Day is a little unimaginative, possibly on the nose and definitely sentimental, YES😉. (3) Is this any of my business, NO. My (unrequested) advice to both; accept who each one is now. Drop any need to change the other even a tiny amount. Most of all avoid the urge to enter the "who got hurt worst by this cult" competition as there are no winners. BTW: to a certain individual who wishes to avoid therapy, give it a try. Do research to find a relevant therapy method. Think of it as an app comparable WAZE, but expensive. It could lead to finding the best route from yourself to all others that you care about.
Posted to Molly Burke (RE: That $7,000 Cartier forever bracelet) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/14/2025
I remember when Molly bought that bracelet. I did not know the cost. I had thought good for her, she is purchasing a luxury item for herself with her own money. I am so sorry that "other Molly" felt that bracelet was the requisite golden ticket needed in order to enter that room of influencers and feel accepted. I recognize that pain of non-inclusion. I also recognize how Molly has evolved on You Tube. That bracelet whatever the cost, is still a step (yes a very highly priced and golden step😉) forward enabling her to inspire others.
Posted to Hazariel Atelier (RE: Reno Basement into a medieval tavern) Uploaded 02/14/2025
Fantasy made real by a valiant party of talented travelers in need of a proper place to sing, have an ale and of course play Dungeons & Dragons. I would be neglectful or even derelict in my role as viewer of this video if I did not compliment the stalwart supervisor who justifiably took needed naps in baskets, under blankets and on cushions in between command decisions..."the cat who is not my cat".👏
Posted to Life After a Cult (RE: Natalie's news of the week) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/14/2025
I love these updates concerning what is going on in the fight against the cult that has tax exempt status or even for a cult without tax exempt status🤣. There is too much going on these days to try to watch it all especially as I know Natalie will do it so well😉. What I admire most about Natalie is her combination of critical thinking skills, empathy and a super snarky sense of humor. Natalie and comments to this video have said it with clarity. For those locked in a loop, try to escape from this cycle of pain, anger and blame. You were brave enough to escape once, you can do it again.
Posted to natalielawyerchick (RE: What is all this w/Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni) 02/15/205
Replay crew here. I am TEAM->Please-Settle-Out-of-Court. Analysis and commentary from the perspective of someone unfamiliar with the case is very helpful. IMO all the involved PR firms, to varying degrees, should share a large portion of the blame of exacerbating what probably began as a personality conflict into a media war. Everyone on that set and in certain film studio offices saw the approaching disaster. No one effectively intervened. Now we are here, The Neverending Lawsuit Story. (apologies to Falkor, Atreyu and Bastian)
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Blake Lively has a past (rude at interviews, past co-worker/on-set conflicts) which show her as being entitled, domineering and easily triggered somatically. By the time Lively threatened to not return after the quarantine lifted, it was probably too late for replacements. Baldoni took on the jobs of co-star, director, co-founder of Wayfarer and owner of the IP (the book this movie is based upon and its sequel/prequel by Colleen Hoover). IMO Baldoni was not able effectively handle all the multi-tasking required regarding the challenges that some of these roles presented. There is an absurd text by Blake Lively comparing herself to a major character in GoT with Lively's (human) friends analogous to "her dragons". Maybe 3/4 hour later (at 2AM) Baldoni left Blake Lively a very cringy, apologetic 6 minute voice mail in response to her earlier text regarding her concerns.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Update Baldoni and Lively lawsuits) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/15/2025
I love seeing the sane duo of Kjersti and Magnus patiently try to explain all the entertainment industry craziness. Thus far, am still confused, but please keep trying😉! IMO, (not an attorney), what the judge may do is issue subpoenas for some or all of the work phones from the multiple PR firms involved. Both sides have already released text excerpts, so relevance has been demonstrated. If Lively's lawyers can demonstrate a very specific need/date/time/subject for those personal phones, then MAYBE? Without someone like the FBI or LE making the request, I doubt a judge will cheerfully issue subpoenas for personal phones simply on the request of an attorney in a civil case. As for the incident with Cara Delevingne's manager, I wonder if it wasn't simply his HUGE ego? While you had the permission of the fashion brand doing the behind the scenes shoot, power (next to money) is everything in the entertainment business. Guessing that this individual is used to subservience, submissive behavior and complete control over his client...and in need of a personality transplant 🤣
Posted to Sewstine (RE: 1890's Dress with very large sleeves) Uploaded to You Tube on 002/15/22052/15/2025
While all the reveal images showed the absolute beauty and elegance of the dress, I got a little misty-eyed seeing the whole family (guess the pups were too fidgety) in the group shots. I am always interested in what accessories someone would wear that would be in the period style of the dress or gown worn. I would enjoy seeing accessories being thrifted or purchased at a store with vintage jewelry, bags, hats and hair ornaments. Or maybe design it yourself and subcontract it out to a local artisan? It has probably been mentioned, but where do all of these gowns and dresses get stored? I have trouble even storing a few cosplay (anime, comic) items!
Posted to Nate The Lawyer (RE: Yvonne Missy Woods -DNA Tech at Colorado Bureau of Investigation for 29 years) 02/04/2025
Her sentence should be as long as it takes for the aftershocks of her crimes to settle back down to normality. In the meantime, there will be lawsuits by any unjustly imprisoned with substantial financial awards. The guilty will be retried and perhaps released if the DNA samples are gone. Taxes in Colorado will go up or services will be cut due to this unexpected expenditure of millions. However the worst of the worst may be in the lack of faith of future juries to either convict or find innocent a defendant where the only evidence is via a DNA test. I would say that her permanent change of address should be that of a prison.
Posted to Growing Up In Scientology (RE: Defamation civil suit to be filed against Nora) 02/15/2025
I agree. How many times can you say, "Please stop. What you say is false." then only to see it get worse. Seeing a woman who survived a cult. Who was brave enough to leave that cult descend into such chaos is heartbreaking. Those who call themselves her friends seem also to be locked into their own loop of dysfunction. What we see now is what this cult (and any cult) will try to do, erase your past, control your present and decide your future for you.
Posted to jeffostrow (RE: Plane and Helicopter crash in DC) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/16/2025
Please excuse my lack of skills. The closest that I have ever been to the flight deck of an aircraft is as a passenger about 15 rows away. My trigonometry and algebra skills are practically nonexistent. Both the plane and the Blackhawk were flying via IFR? Not sure how effective night vision goggles are regarding an airport or even if either pilot had access. The safety systems did not work in both aircraft? What I do not understand is why a plane with permission to land, probably on its final approach, could also be on a path to collide with the Blackhawk? Are military aircraft also handled by the same control center as passenger aircraft? Please continue to follow the how's and why's.
Posted to Liz Gale (RE: Drama in the anti-scientology community)Uploaded toYou Tube on 02/16/2025
I appreciate the calm, measured and fair way that Liz Gale has been describing this drama. Physically leaving a cult is only step one of many necessary steps. My opinions on the relationship of Jenna and Aaron are irrelevant. IMO if someone lies about you repeatedly, will not stop when requested to multiple times, there is a problem. Even if the accusations are demonstrably false, the emotional stress and the professional damage is real. A mental health issue does not equate to permission to defame others. I do hope that those close to this person will intervene to offer their assistance. The Hollywood Reporter said this about Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, but it is applicable to this discussion. Taking this particular drama to a court could end in, "...mutually assured destruction...." In other words, there will be no "winners".
Posted to Legal Bytes (RE: Baldoni vs. Lively) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/15/2025
With information leaking/being released almost by the hour, impartiality is difficult to maintain. Anyone can file a lawsuit, but not everyone can win one. I see no winners coming out of this trial. Lively may emerge as difficult, domineering, mean-spirited and unprofessional on set which could slow up filming time (aka costing studios money). Baldoni might emerge as a director without effective skills or judgement to address problems quickly and successfully (aka costing studios money). Both Baldoni and Lively have put in approximately 20 years each into their careers. A few weeks in a court room could set them back considerably.
Posted to Lawyer Lee (RE: Expert Witness Hearings in Read trial postponed one week) 02/18/2025
Thank you for the concise, easy to comprehend commentary. IMO if the Read defense paid ARCCA, it was for transportation and hotel only. Not disclosing a fee for expert testing is an error that seems far too amateurish to be made by either Alan Jackson or David Yannetti. The rest of Brennan's accusations, such as prepping ARCCA seemed odd. Brennan's assertion regarding, "...if we had known that ARCCA indicated that most vehicle vs. pedestrian accidents happen at night then we would have asked about that during discovery..." seemed somewhat specious. My years of commuting has given me a special set of skills. So free of charge and available to any attorney anywhere is: "Duh, yes it is highly likely that there are more pedestrian vs vehicle accidents with the pedestrian losing, AT NIGHT. The more relevant issue is concerning the possibly undisclosed fee paid to the experts for their appearance at Read trial one. I will be interested in hearing the defense's explanation.
Posted to Lawyer You Know (RE: SP Brennan questioning Defense relationship w/ARCCA) 02/18/25
I am glad LYK is keeping a sense of humor. We may disagree with him at times, but we stay for the expert commentary. Meanwhile on the other end of the expert spectrum, that comment Brennan made, "...it would be nice to know that more pedestrian accidents happen at night..." says it all about Brennan's motives. He is either incredibly incompetent (doubtful) or these nits he keeps picking are strategic. SP Hank Brennan is dragging this process out for as long as possible. I am surprised to hear from LYK that an expert fee only involving transportation and hotel (guessing receipts can be produced) is considered as important as paying for an expert's testing, reporting and opinions. Postponing this hearing for one week, is not an act of judicial restraint by Judge Cannone. It is yet another delay. BTW I haven't kept track, but hasn't Brennan backtracked multiple times in these hearings?
Posted to Broken Baker (RE: SP Hank Brennan assertions regarding ARCCA evidence) 02/18/2025
Judge Cannone had a 1/2 hour, could she easily have accessed the voir dire testimony of ARCCA. We know that she dislikes the defense. Does she now dislike the prosecution? Why did the Judge not speak to the defense or allow a statement? Why is the hearing suspended for one week? At the end of this video, Broken Baker gave his opinion of Lally and Brennan. I 100% agree with his descriptions of both individuals.
Posted to Nurse_Kim (RE: SP Hank Brennan assertions regarding ARCCA evidence) 02/19/2025
I am in awe of Nurse Kim's instincts, knowledge and snark. This all began with an indictment then a trial based more on personalities in control of a highly insular town (drinking and driving if you are LE or LE-adjacent...no problemo) than any inculpatory evidence regarding the tragic d3ath of Officer O'Keefe. Perhaps due to the quantity of smoke and multitude of mirrors, I have become confused. That half hour that Judge Cannone was gone was more than enough time to check video, court transcripts, make a quick phone call and finally becoming fearful that the prosecution may have deviated beyond her ability to legally assist the Commonwealth. While Judge Cannone's motives are murky, I wonder if that postponement is not so much as to assist either side, but primarily to check with the ringmasters of this circus?
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Latest (amended) Filing by Blake Lively) Uploaded to 02/19/2025
Fascinating how SONY seems to be coming out of all this unscathed. Had SONY intervened early on this event probably would not have plunged us into one of Dante's (Inferno) circles of h3ll (maybe fifth circle?) Full disclosure, I have not read the latest chapter in this convoluted legal saga, but could this amended filing have been issued to include more Jed Wallace mentions? He has a PR firm mentioned in an earlier Lively filing (I think) that he/his firm allegedly colluded in an alleged PR campaign against Lively. He had already filed a lawsuit against Lively. Major respect for those like Kjersti who can make it through all these filings. A very minor plus for me, I may have finally learned how to type "allegedly" without snarky AI spell corrections.
Posted to antphrodite (RE: Is Taylor Swift engaged to Travis Kelce) Uploaded to You Tube 02/19/2025
As ant read, this "engagement" would be highly unlikely to lead to a permanent (in the non-Hollywood-sense) relationship. I wonder if all the drama floating around Taylor Swift's BFF Blake Lively has brought an epiphany to Taylor Swift? Perhaps Taylor Swift's management team strongly encouraged her to participate in an "unofficial" partnership with Blake Lively in order to get a Taylor Swift song onto It Ends With Us? Now Taylor Swift is being mentioned (aka as a "dragon") in lawsuits. She probably would need to be deposed in discovery and maybe even subpoenaed to appear at a future trial. Those events would certainly shake anyone's world, whether a celebrity or one of us relatively obscure individuals.
Posted to Spill Sesh (RE: Tiktoker Avery Woods podcast drama) Uploaded to You Tube 02/19/2025
I have not heard of Avery Woods, her podcast guest, her podcast or even its network. However as a long time viewer of social media, I have seen LOTS of apologies. Disclaimer: I have no expert background in either behavioral analysis or counseling. My apology critique: too many words, too much detail, way too long, sounded way too scripted. Suggestions (for an Apology Prime): briefly restate the problem, take full responsibility of your involvement in the problem then conclude with a few SHORT details of what you will be doing to make improvements in all future podcasts/social media posts. DO NOT re-apologize hours later for your previous apology. Only repeat the OG apology one more/last time, in the format of a SHORT printed/audio "header" (aka Apology 1.1) to the next podcast.
Posted to Nika (RE: Review of It Ends With Us) Uploaded to You Tube on 12/19/2025
I have only seen clips of this movie and read a synopsis of the book that inspired the movie. The version released to theaters and Netflix is essentially a franken-movie. There were multiple people doing each job (officially and unofficially) such as, directing, writing, editing, costume designing and even scoring the soundtrack. It would be fascinating to see a completed version by each individual (100% Baldoni vs. 100% Lively). These stats are from wiki: this movie grossed 351 million-usd worldwide against a production budget of 25 million-usd. Even though the book's author Colleen Hoover has a huge fan base, those stats are unusual for a movie in the drama/DV category. Will I see this movie on Netflix, probably but only out of curiosity. Will I read, "It Ends With Us" or "It Starts With Us" (the prequel/sequel)...no.
Posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Cults) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/19/2025
Cults seem to be in over abundance lately or perhaps the internet is igniting these waves of interest? I agree with other comments, "transgender" and "veganism" are the shields covering the sword of a pirate that is Jack, but not Sparrow. In the wake of Jack's taking the helm of his movement's start aboard a very leaky tugboat there have been countless storms. Often danger and tragedy begin as small squalls which can be prepared for thus minimizing the danger to life and property. The U.S. Coast Guard seemingly was adrift when the tugboat arrived. There were no USCG observers to take the conn of that floating oil leak. The crew on board the leaky tugboat should have been arrested (guessing USCG would not go for keelhauling) for ecological crimes along with more bureaucratic ones like no license, inadequate navigation and no safety equipment. The harbor at Vallejo and coastline of Southern California personnel would not have to declare mayday regarding the imminent danger of being deep-sixed by the tempest caused by these mutineers from society. One would guess this harbor should fly the flag of, "be proactive not reactive". And maybe this cult's casualty rate would be zero.
Posted to natalielawyerchick (RE: Baldoni's lawsuit against Lively) Uploaded to You Tube 02/19/2025
GENERAL COMMENT SECTION: Trying to remain impartial on this case is becoming immensely difficult. As for Nicepool, I agree legally it is not actionable or indicative of Reynolds (or Lively's) state of mind at that time. As Natalie noted, actually Deadpool was considered the negative personality. The 10th annual Forbes Power Women's Summit was held on September 15, 2022 in New York City. The summit's theme was "The Power of Now". This is the interview where Blake Lively mentioned "creative control of ". I have not watched the entire interview. Did Wayfarer, Baldoni and SONY know about Blake Lively's interview? Principal photography for the movie It Ends With Us began on May 5, 2023 in Hoboken, New Jersey. Filming was halted due to the 2023 Writers Guild of America strike, and resumed in January 2024.
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This one got spicy! 🌶️ Stick it out because I think I actually go on a rollercoaster of legal reasoning here. Enjoy! #nicepoolgate MY REPLY TO PINNED COMMENT:
EDB once made a quote about legal issues which I have to paraphrase due to my bad memory. Essentially while ethics, compassion and law can coexist, more often than not it is simply by itself, THE LAW as written, voted on and incorporated into our legal system. People were arguing that Nicepool showed negativity from Reynolds and Lively regarding Baldoni. Also as a Marvel fan, I could see the contradiction in that Deadpool is portrayed to be egotistical, amoral and fond of chaos while Nicepool was well...nice. BTW the "spiciness" was handed admirably and clearly by natalielawyerchick.
Posted to antphrodite (RE: Is Elon Musk blackmailing Donald Trump) Uploaded on 02/21/2025
I just can't with Elon Musk. Irregardless as to the way Elon Musk's mind works, we can go to "a better human" in a less dystopian way. Have Musk use the superiority that he boasts he has to find a solution or at least an improvement, regarding poverty, famine, education. As for Trump, unless your name is Melania or Barron (or maybe Ivanka), do not believe this man cares for you or about you. As implausible as the rumor of Musk blackmailing Trump was, potentially it could happen. However only if Elon Musk is alert, smart and very quiet (yeah not likely) , could he acquire interesting data on his boss.
Posted to Rachel Maksy (RE: Rachel's aesthetics ) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/21/2025
I always enjoy a fashion themed video. My favorite was the penniless writer aesthetic due to my extreme love of that magnificent coat. Trash Goblin is the aesthetic I am most known for by close friends and relatives. For the outside world, my aesthetic is "witchwear" (or as some like to call it "wiccanwear") composed of black boots, dark navy or black jeans, a dark-colored (maroon or green or black) long sleeve tee, covered by an over-sized black sweater with the outerwear being a black (shocker I know) hooded puffy jacket and black earmuff/headband combo. BTW my front yard looks like Rachel's back yard. The northeastern section of the U.S. has had some rather (alert for a politically incorrect pun) bi-polar weather recently.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: more information on Lively, Baldoni, Jenny Slate, Jaimey Heath)02/21/2025
The sad/serious tone from Baldoni & Wayfarer's poster, accompanied by the bright/cheery floral tones from Lively's poster does say it all. I assume (do not know) that SONY only used Lively's poster choice? Regarding Slate's apartment, it is possible Jamey Heath left the impression, that Jenny Slate was getting her deposit refunded solely because of motherhood, not due to her status as an actor. While irritating, perhaps even disrespectful, it doesn't sound actionable. I would love a full text of their convo. Creatives and critics often complain about big studio interference. In this case SONY should have taken a firm hand; demanded that all contracts be signed before day one of filming, all intimacy coordinator meetings must be attended and that DGA credits will not be given out like a gift baskets. I keep hoping for sanity and settlement before these people fall to the "mutually assured destruction" mentioned in a recent Hollywood Reporter article.
Posted to Growing Up In Scientology (RE: Is Emily Armstrong still a cult member) 02/22/2025
I remember Brooke Shields replying to the assertion that Tom Cruise made concerning Brooke's connection with psychiatry and medication https://ew.com/brooke-shields-says-tom-cruise-apologized-for-ridiculous-2005-rant-8774418 I did not realize that Cruise had apologized to Shields. Important to note though, while the accusation regarding her use of psychiatry and meds was made on MSM, the apology was made at Brooke Shield's home. I agree with Aaron, the gold standard of determining Emily Armstrong's affiliation with or departure from this cult, would be as a direct question posed in real time.
Posted to Nate The Lawyer (RE: White Woman Gives Birth to Black Child) Uploaded 02/22/2025
Ten million is way too low. Doesn't the actual statement of the clinic "...and put additional safeguards in place to further protect patients...." seem to me as a non-attorney, to be an admission for guilt? The award given to this woman should involve, but not limited to, the following: (1) all IVF expenses paid to conceive this baby (2) all medical expenses during those 9 months including delivery (3) all legal expenses paid to family court regarding this child's parentage (4) all medical and counseling appointments paid by this woman since child's birth (5) all pediatrician appointments/procedures paid by this woman during the months of custody before surrender (5) full costs paid to this woman should she choose to get pregnant again irregardless as to how long it takes to achieve a live birth (6) all medical care is to be paid by clinic for this (future) baby for the first 12 months after birth. (7) And finally punitive costs paid by the clinic to be deposited in an escrow account designed to pay an outside attorney to have independent auditors check this clinic's work monthly for the next 1 - 2 years. Reports to be submitted to the judge/court. Obviously this story makes me ANGRY, but not because race was involved. This was a careless, avoidable error which caused so such pain to so many innocents.
Posted to the Lawyer You Know (RE: Netflix Documentary on Gabby Petito) Uploaded 02/24/2025
I admire the courage and fortitude that Gabby's family and friends have had through this whole process. The documentary shows the person Gabby Petito was and who she wanted to become someday. As for hearing her voice, yes it takes you by surprise, maybe even a slight shock. I am guessing besides being a creative choice, it was also the family's choice. As painful as it must be to hear the voice of someone who is no longer with us, who wouldn't want a permanent record of their loved one's life and dreams in their own voice? Thank you Peter for presenting this interview with JB Biunno.
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Intimacy Coordinator of ItEndsWithUS interview of law&court)02/`
As Kjersti has astutely pointed out whenever there is intimacy involved whether romantic or a one-on-one interview, Blake Lively becomes defensive. Possibly is why Lively was reluctant to attend intimacy coordinator meetings away from her home. What follows is my unsubstantiated GUESS regarding the end of a possible trial. Let's say Blake Lively waits until she is on the witness stand to admit to certain personality issues. Her attorneys then point out by not asserting his control as director and co-owner of Wayfarer studios, Justin Baldoni essentially enabled and reinforced Blake Lively's fears and concerns. Lively is a much better actor than another female actor who once tried to win a lawsuit. This is my question no matter the verdict. Whose career will probably bounce back first, a repentant actor or a director who cannot handle and solve on-set problems? Maybe not fair, but then that is the entertainment...business.
Posted to Observe (RE: Blake Lively Followup - interview by Magnus SO of Kjersti Flaa) 02/25/2025
I follow Kjersti Flaa (her SO is Magnus) on You Tube. Link from her channel which contains a bit more data in relation to Magnus's interview of BL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mhyp6guCr4&list=PL8RXulrRdYqyv4ne5pPrWreBjKAMSViKl&index=81
Kjersti Flaa has noted a relevant factor possibly leading to this current mess. Over the years Blake Lively has shown overly defensive behavior in situations which were not 100% under her control. With any comments about her body even tangentially on topics such as pregnancy or clothing eliciting an extreme passive/aggressive response from BL. Unfortunately Baldoni catered to BL's every wish and desire. Too late into filming, he realized that his method of "handling" BL had only made things worse. My amateur opinion of this mess is that this was a perfect storm of two particular personalities who never should have been on the same set in the business relationship of Boss and Employee. #kjerstiflaa #kjersti_flaa
Posted to Dan Murrell (RE: Kathleen Kennedy Leaving Lucas Film/Disney) Uploaded 02/25/2025
Disney bought Lucas Film (essentially Star Wars) in October 2012. Maybe 1/2 decade later, I feel projects began under performing or were even outright disappointments. It is easy to blame a corporate overlord like Disney. However I agree with Dan Murrell, Kathleen Kennedy was a much more effective leader of creatives under George Lucas than under Disney corporate. Corporations have their own culture, laws, even communication. Hence that euphemistic phrase that can mean trouble for a beloved series, Blank-Blank (as in, fill in the) has left due to creative differences. Or, Blank-Blank has left to pursue other projects. As for Kathleen Kennedy's replacement, it will take, "someone with a special set of skills" who can deal with creatives and still tow the corporate line.
Posted to Growing Up in Scientology (RE: Convo with Nora) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/26/2025
Replay crew here and I made it thru the ENTIRE video. I feel like I ran an emotional marathon. For hour one, Nora was funny, snarky and outrageously politically incorrect. Then came the mention of an unproven PTSD therapy. From then on it was a revolving 35 minutes of Nora's World (we just live in it) with injections of 5 minute reality breaks usually by Aaron sometimes by Nora. By the last half-hour, the discussion seemed to return to a better dialog. Nora frequently supports or criticizes what she does not watch. In the past a self-admittedly angry Nora called a foundation that she does not fully understand, a fake. While showing improvement, Nora still deep down considers a person in a negative way because he cannot not heal the world with a thought or a desire. I believe that particular subset is rather small, so no insult to Aaron. My wish is (btw, I am not in the subset either) for Nora that she continues to heal. It is always worth rebuilding the self that a cult once tried so hard to obliterate.
Posted to antphrodite (RE: Next celebrity scandal in 2025) Uploaded to You Tube 0n 02/27/2025
Tarot Card Suggestions: (1) California, will there be any successful improvements in disaster control? (2) Is Billy McFarland punking us with new Fyre Festival? (3) Are religious cults increasing in numbers and control? (4) Will human cloning ever be done or has it already been done? (5) Does AI created currently have a chance to become self-aware? (6) MSM, will it disappear within our lifetimes? (7) Will SpaceX ever make a successful round-trip to Mars? (8) Amazon Rain Forest regarding its long term viability along with any hidden ancient architecture or species? (9) Will physical currency completely disappear in favor of electronic credits/debits? (10) Consider making a follow up reading for previous readings of several years ago - members of this channel could vote on their top ten?
Posted to Kjersti Flaa (RE: Possible quote from Reynolds "Taking over Hollywood") 02/27/2025
I had thought that the "mutually assured destruction" would happen at trial. It is apparent that it will only get worse before that event. Every problematic Reynolds/Lively quote, interview and co-worker story is emerging at warp speed. The wild card is SONY. If SONY corporate supports Lively and Reynolds that would give Lively and Reynolds a soft landing (financially at least). Social media has been a relatively strong presence for over 20 years. Nothing disappears completely from the internet. Reynolds is 48, Baldoni is 41 and Lively is 37. Even Baldoni probably has a few posts that he would rather not see posted onto the notification feed of countless phones. Time for the children in adult cosplay to end their disputes and move on.
Posted to Let'sTalkIBD (RE: Hospital Bag Items) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/27/2025
I think that it is quite smart for "early" packing. Even if one's medical history isn't full of many past stays, each labor has its own time line. Something my mother told me, if the nipple cream doesn't work (weirdly it did NOT work on me), try wet tea bags at room temp. Odd, I know, but for me it worked. Another low tech item, a journal and 2 pens. For some reason it was easier (and more diverting) for me to hand write rather than use tech. I used tech for music actually and of course to call the new Grandmothers. Do bring a newborn and the next size up onsie. In spite of numerous ultrasounds and medical experts, both my babies were longer and heavier than expected. It happens!
SO HAPPY FOR MAGGIE!🌻🌻🌻
Posted to Marilyn Honig Coffee, Cults and Crafts (RE: Lessons Learned) Uploaded on 02/27/2025
Replay crew here. As alluded to by Marilyn and suspected (no stats) by me, some of the more vitriolic comments posted on twitter and other social media sites are by people who are offended by the idea that something may have happened, without taking the time to confirm the data. We need to regulate ourselves. The alternative is that our (U.S.) government will eventually institute laws. Irregardless as to who happens to be in the office of President of the United States, laws especially in the areas of tech or science can be in a format that is either overly broad or totally insufficient.
Posted to Gavin Fish (RE: Deaths of Gene Hackman, Betsy Arakawa & one dog) Uploaded 02/27/2025
All I know about this sad event is that a welfare check had been requested. Those who arrived found 2 adults and one canine un-alived. I believe that carbon monoxide poisoning leaves a "cherry-red" color on the skin. I wonder if after 2 weeks, that color would fade? I am not surprised that search warrant was so broad. Whether this was a horrible accident or some other type of tragedy, LE needs to be meticulous in the paperwork for the autopsy, an inquest or possibly a criminal trial.
Posted to DownTheRabbitHole News (RE: Aaron Smith-Levin and Nora) Uploaded on 02/27/2025
It was an exhausting watch of close to 4 hours (I took breaks). I was treated to a Nora who was funny, snarky and just plain hilariously politically incorrect. Nora even admitted that she called the Foundation fake because at that moment, she was angry. Nora did promise to watch full videos, not just clips, regarding those she supports and those she criticizes before she makes accusations or gives accolades. Aaron brought up an important point about Nora feeling Aaron could fix the world in general and her world in particular. Nora seemed to accept that she was holding Aaron to an impossible standard of being all-powerful and all-knowing. I did hear apologies from her. I do not remember if Aaron actually said the word apology. However, Aaron being Aaron, he projected his apologies by being very patient, allowing Nora to state her views frequently with minimal interruption and providing his responses. Even when it got a bit heated, they still came to what appeared to be the beginning of a mutual understanding. Both promised to do another live convo soon. Whether a never-in or a survivor from a cult, we are all works in progress. Unfortunately the survivors have a harder road, but at least now it is a road of their personal choice.
Posted to Legal Bytes (RE: Baldoni vs. Lively) Uploaded to You Tube on 02/27/2025
I do not think that this amended complaint either added or subtracted much in regards to either side. In a court room, or more preferably during private arbitration, Lively's attorneys could spin this tempest this way: (1) Blake Lively has a long history of requesting editing power, changing/adding dialogue and offering "suggestions" to the director. (2) In fact at the 10th annual Forbes Power Women's Summit held on September 15, 2022 in New York City Lively said as much in a roundtable interview. (3) Not sure BL would authorize this, but there is record of (as far back as Gossip Girl) with her being over-sensitized to any discussion regarding her body, even if it is only the size on a garment's label. (4) Finally Lively's lawyers could indicate that a director, producer, co-owner of an independent studio, must not only be creative but be able to be effective in keeping every one on point, on schedule and on budget. (5) In cross BL would be ready with contrition, but no tears (BL is a much better actor than AH) indicating how she intends to become more self-aware and considerate. (6) Cross, then why did she lie? Ans. Those were not lies just the way I felt that I was being treated by those in control. (7) Cross, Mr Reynolds why did you insert yourself in this? Ans. My wife would come to me so stressed and so sad. I may have been overly protective. Jury Result: the nice man who aspires to direct wins a tidy sum. Realty Result: Studios are reluctant to hire the nice director person whose answer to most on set problems is to first ignore, then compromise and finally to capitulate. However, after few months out of social media, the now contrite, penitent, self-aware actor receives a job offer from SONY. Is any of this recognizable law, no but it may be all Lively and Reynolds have left to try.
